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Divergent Perspectives on Musical Knowledge, Expertise, and Science
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Sandra E. Trehub
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February 13, 2021
Abstract
I review two recent books on music, both inspired by cognitive neuroscience but differing in most other respects. Isabelle Peretz, an expert in the cognitive neuroscience of music, describes how we perceive and produce music, as reflected in neural and behavioral responsiveness. Her book is intended for general readers who are interested in music and curious about the science behind our musical nature-brains that are prepared for music and changed by active musical engagement. Lynn Helding, an expert in vocal performance and pedagogy, draws on findings from psychology and neuroscience to inform her approach to music learning and teaching. Aimed at musicians, aspiring musicians, and those who teach them, her book focuses largely on the means of optimizing learning and skilled performance.
Published Online: 2021-02-13
Published in Print: 2020-12-01
© 2020 by Academic Studies Press
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Keywords for this article
music;
brain;
perception;
learning;
plasticity;
development;
teaching;
talent;
expertise
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